20 Quick Fixes Sellers Can Do To Ensure A Quick Sale

Not Only Will These Tips Help Ensure A Quick Sale, They Will Also Help You Receive Top Dollar!

Did you know that having your home staged properly and completing a few easy touch ups or repairs prior to showing it can actually help your home sell faster and for more money! It is important in today's market to not loose or miss out on potential buyers because you were not ready for them.

I have compiled a list and created a helpful report of the best quick and easy fixes that you can do yourself to better prepare you home for sale. I have learned these through my experiences both working with buyers and sellers and know they work.

Fix-up #1: Generally Improve Your Home's "Curb Appeal"

Mow the front lawn, water and fertilize if necessary, pick up any trash, sweep your driveway and walks and make sure your home looks good from the street.

Fix-up #2: Make The Front Door And Porch Attractive

You only get one chance so make sure their first impression is the best. Sweep the porch, touch up any paint in this area, wash windows and wipe down the front door.

Fix-up #3: Fix Cracks In The Driveway And Remove Any Oil Stains

Resealing your driveway can dramatically improved the appearance of your home from the street and really make a great impression to potential buyers.

Fix-up #4: Replace Stray or Warped Roofing Shingles

This can potentially save you thousands if your roof in near needing replacement. It makes the buyers feel more comfortable making an offer. Don't get caught with a bad roof by the home inspector and have to spend money you were not planning on.

Fix-up #5: Paint Siding, Trim, Shutters and Doors

If your home is needing a little extra maintenance on the outside definitely do it. Buyers will see the exterior and judge the interior. If it looks good on the outside they will want to see the inside. The more people that go inside the better your chance of an offer.

Fix-up #6: Straighten Any Sagging Gutters

Ice and snow can take its toll on Alaskan homes. Take a few minutes and make the lines of your home stand out, in a good way.

Fix-up #7: Stage The Entry

Replace your worn out doorbell button. Replace your old doormat or place one in front if you don't currently have one. These things will say you care about your home and the doormat will help protect floors and carpets.

Fix-up #8: Clean Your Kitchen

Clean the kitchen especially well. Include the oven, exhaust hood, the inside of the refrigerator and dishwasher. Remove clutter from your counters and cabinets. Some buyers will judge the maintenance of the entire home by the cleanliness of the kitchen.

Fix-up #9: Freshen The Paint

You might need just a touch up or maybe a full repaint. Few things increase the marketability and give you a better cost return than new paint. All walls should be painted light, neutral colors and be welcoming. Fix any holes and touch up any cracks or major blemishes before painting.

Fix-up #10: Polish All Wood or Vinyl Floors

Make sure they are not only clean but shine and look like new.

Fix-up #11: Steam Clean or Replace Worn Carpeting

Your house may not be new but the more it looks that way the more comfortable buyers will be to make an offer on it. Many time replacing worn carpet can get you more out of your home than it cost to have done.

Fix-up #12: Repair Any Dripping Faucets

This quick fix makes a big difference to the buyers and will probably be asked for once the home inspection is completed anyhow.